Where to spend New Year's Eve

The hottest events in the capital to help you ring in 2017

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By Jessica Burrell

6 December 2016

The Prince of Wales room at Quaglino's

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Quaglino's

Where better to spend the most glamorous night of the year than Evelyn Waugh's old haunt, the iconic Quaglino's in Mayfair? Celebrate in classic elegance with a sumptuous three-course menu accompanied by bubbles at midnight and, with live music from 7.30pm until 4am, the fun doesn't have to stop there. If you're looking for a more intimate affair, Quaglino's also offers two private dining-rooms, both adorned with the beautiful art deco touches for which the restaurant is famous. With flexible table arrangements and tailor-made service, this is the perfect option for a quieter New Year's Eve gathering in London.

For an exclusive New Year's Eve party, and the ultimate panoramic view of the capital's fireworks, slip along to Mondrian London's rooftop bar Rumpus Room. The luxurious decor of this elevated venue is legendary and, this year, Rumpus Room will be transformed into a magnificent piece of light art, inspired by Lyon's Fête des Lumières and created in partnership with Grey Goose. Live entertainment from a five-piece band and a DJ will complete this spectacular feast for the senses.

To welcome in 2017, Bourne & Hollingsworth is throwing no fewer than four magnificent parties for Londoners to choose from. With something to exceed everybody's expectations, guests can retreat to a grand stately-home-style house party, step back in time to the 1940s for an extravagant Blitz extravaganza or an opulent 1920s party, as well as run away with the circus at the Dark Circus Party. Whichever you choose, astounding theatrical acts and creative set designs are guaranteed, in addition to original cocktails and a lavish banquet.

This year, on level 52 of the Shard, Gong Bar is adding a glamorous twist of Burlesque to its sky-high festivities. Magnificent spectacles await at the exclusive bar, with award-winning performances from House of Burlesque, including hand-balancers, contortionists, dancers and even a mer-king and mer-queen posing by an infinity pool sprinkled with rose petals and lotus flowers. Think champagne, ostrich-feather fans, lace masks and vintage decadence.

Tickets from £120 a person. For more information, visit shangri-la.com.

Sky Garden

Sky Garden

Set against the glittering backdrop of the capital's skyline, the Sky Garden is throwing a New Year's Eve soirée that will embody the iconic glamour of The Great Gatsby. Guests can fully immerse themselves in the extravagance of the Roaring Twenties, with exquisite dining opportunities at the cool and casual Darwin Brasserie and live music courtesy of the Juke Joints and the Rest, plus a DJ until 2am. Don your finest velvet, ruffles and feathers and dance the night away.

Get New Year's Eve off to the perfect start with brunch at Bluebird from 11am then, as midnight draws closer, indulge in a decadent five-course meal from the executive chef Liam Smith-Laing, accompanied by copious champagne, naturally. Take celebrations into the early hours by grooving to the beats of Bluebird's resident DJ as well as live music from the smooth, soulful band J & The Rest.

For a little elegance and mystery, become a passenger on the Village East Orient Express, stationed at this Bermondsey restaurant. Indulge in a sensational four-course menu featuring European delicacies such as glazed pig's cheeks, seared scallops and roasted duck breast. Fine champagne and bespoke Orient Express cocktails are sure to take your fancy and, if you can keep a level head, there's an Agatha Christie-inspired murder mystery to solve.

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